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How Greece blocked NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo from getting a Nigerian passport

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Giannis Antetokounmpo spent 18 years stateless in Greece. A Nigerian passport offer sped up his citizenship, while his mother waited until 2021 to gain hers too.
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The Incredible Story of Antetokounmpo: 18 Years without Nationality Before Conquering the NBA

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How Greece blocked NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo from getting a Nigerian passport

Giannis Antetokounmpo spent 18 years stateless in Greece. A Nigerian passport offer sped up his citizenship, while his mother waited until 2021 to gain hers too.

·Ikeja, Nigeria
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Legit.ng - Nigeria news. broke the news in Ikeja, Nigeria on Thursday, October 22, 2026.
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